Blood Results before and after Topical Finasteride mix with Minoxidil
Finasteride 11/2/2019

At a glance

In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are

💧 Finasteride (topical) 1mg 3-4 times a week 4 months

💧 Minoxidil (topical) other days

the tone is 😐 neutral with very small regrowth results.

Other terms

DHT testosterone estradiol vitamin D3 DualGen-15 NO PG Plus Kirkland Minoxidil Minoxidilmax Morr-F Propecia Rogaine vitamin D DualGen Kirkland

A user reported that after using a topical mix of finasteride and minoxidil, their DHT levels decreased, testosterone and estradiol levels lowered unexpectedly, and they are considering vitamin D3 supplements due to deficiency. They apply the mix 3-4 times a week and use minoxidil on other days. Another user commented that finasteride typically increases testosterone, not decreases it.

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